6-6. Ultimately, he must know how to exercise command effectively and decisively. The maneuver 1SG also has under his operational control the combat medical team (CMT) with track ambulance capability. Maintenance includes inspecting, testing, servicing, repairing, requisitioning, recovering, and evacuating vehicles and equipment. The FSC maintenance platoon also coordinates backup and pass-back maintenance requirements through the FSC support operation officer to the FSB. Students are also introduced to Blue Force Tracking, the Global Combat Support System-Army, and the Defense Advanced GPS Receiver. Leaders from five different branches, both officers and senior non-commissioned officers have weighed in. Keeps the FSB support operations section abreast of the log and requests backup support when needed. Oversees all quality control inspections and inspectors to validate their capability to identify improper repairs and scheduled services. The extent of repair is METT-TC dependent. 7-67. Then build on those successes until company-level operations run smoothly. Monitoring the status of equipment under-going repairs and determining status of Class IX repair parts required to complete the repair. The CTCP is located within the FSC forward location, one to four kilometers behind the BN/TF. During company training events, the commander should practice the orders process by issuing change-of-mission FRAGORDs to the platoons and evaluating how they conduct planning at their level. Specific duties include the following: Assist the commander in developing company operational exposure guidance (OEG) in accordance with OEG from higher headquarters. The 1SG's duties may include enforcing the tactical SOP; planning and coordinating training; coordinating and reporting personnel and administrative actions; and supervising supply, maintenance, communications, and field hygiene operations. The commander must also know the capabilities and limitations of the company's personnel and equipment in performing the CSS mission as well as those of CSS elements attached to him. As a platoon leader, you create a plan for carrying out orders, assign . These field maintenance teams have forward repair systems and mechanics trained in the companys and platoons equipment. The FSB support operations section for situational awareness, integrated materiel management, movement, maintenance, and distribution management direction. The FSC maintenance platoon coordinates backup and pass-back maintenance requirements with the FSC support operations. Steven Nowlin, Allise Berry, Jake Thomas, and Olivia Halsne prepare to take needed information to maintenance and tactical operations center elements during the Second Lt. Aaron Jones shows 2nd Lt. Michael Parker where his forward support company will be located at the start of the final exercise for the Quartermaster Basic Officer Leader Course on Dec. 13, 2016, at Fort Lee, Virginia. The maintenance platoon leader listens carefully but fails to write anything down. The FSC is a multi-functional unit that includes an S&T platoon and a maintenance platoon organized to provide habitual support to a maneuver Bn/TF. Per unit SOP, the company executive officer or 1SG supervises the flow of these critical maintenance documents and parts. The maintenance control supervisor is the best-qualified noncommissioned officer in the platoon, selected on the basis of leadership skills as well as technical ability. The FSCs locate, based on METT-TC, four to twelve kilometers behind their supported maneuver BN/TF in the task force support area (TFSA). Feb 2023 - Present2 months. Coordinating field maintenance requirements with FSC SPT OPNS and FSB SPT OPNS as appropriate. 6-34. Distribution platoon leaders struggle to manage their time as they react to ever-changing requirements. The maintenance control section is the management center for all maintenance actions. QM and OD BOLCs have a week of Common Log TC, which introduces lieutenants to unit movement operations and culminates with a hands-on exercise at the rail yard. The use of FBCB2 enables recovery vehicles to locate the exact location of the inoperable piece of equipment. Standardized rehearsal scripts for common missions will keep everyone on track when the unit begins rehearsing the plan. Every Soldier must know how to maintain his weapon and equipment according to the related technical manual. He will: Accomplish all missions assigned to the FSC in accordance with the FSB commander's intent and will support the BN/TF commander's scheme of maneuver with CSS. Plans and executes contingency operations as required. Advise the commander on contamination avoidance measures. The MCO task organizes the maintenance platoon based on analysis of current and anticipated mission requirements. Alan M. Strange is a BOLC instructor at ALU at Fort Lee, Virginia. (3) Ensure that maintenance records are recorded and reported as required by AR 750-1. Fund the Force. Besides operator maintenance, selected Soldiers are trained to perform limited maintenance on damaged weapons and battle damage assessment and repair. Leaders make decisions quickly, always focusing on completing the mission successfully, and show respect for their subordinates and other military officers. Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventative maintenance. Analyzing and planning all maintenance activities. Second Lts. 6-17. The support operations functions are performed by the executive officer or one of the other company officers. 6-33. The supply sergeant's specific responsibilities include the following: Control the company cargo truck, resupplies the water trailer, and supervise the supply clerk/armorer. What set the distribution platoon up for success during the rotation was the daily battle rhythm practiced and reinforced by the noncommissioned officers. Conducts training and ensures proficiency in individual and NCO skills and small-unit collective skills that support the company's mission essential task list (METL). Meet the winners of the 2023 Armys Best Medic Competition, Command Sgt. It ensures that subordinate elements follow the policies and procedures prescribed by the FSC commander and the FSB commander. The FSCs co-locate a support operations cell with the maneuver BN/TF S1/S4 at the Combat Trains Command Post (CTCP). Recommend. Plans, coordinates, and controls allocation of available resources. 7-71. Within the platoon, there is a senior supply NCO who serves as the platoon sergeant and a senior food service sergeant. Even if a dedicated company-level training event is not possible, a typical FSC will be busy conducting multiple support missions in any given week. 6-57. Preserve the fighting capability of the supported BN/TF and the FSC. 6-3. The first week of BOLD tactics focuses on weapons qualification, grenade familiarization, and land navigation. Later that day, after waiting at the wrong logistics release point for over an hour, the LOGPAC is destroyed by an enemy special purpose forces team that recently entered the area of operations. Those FSCs that do simply go through the motions without a firm understanding of why they are doing so or what the outcome should be. We need to start building and developing these leaders at BOLC. Maintain Non-Val Pay at 1% or lower within Platoon5. The CRT NCOIC uses the free text message on the CFS via FBCB2 to update the MCS on work order status. The FSC maintenance platoon maintains limited combat spares and provides backup maintenance and recovery support. Good platoon leaders must enforce Army standards for readiness and cleanliness consistently and equitably to maintain discipline and respect and hold troops accountable. Samantha L. Smay is a BOLC instructor at ALU. It is task organized with the maintenance control section, the maintenance and service section, and the recovery section. The forms follow a pathway from crew level to the brigade support area and back. The recovery section responds with an acknowledgment message. The FSCs accomplish their core functions through centralization of support. First Lieutenant (1LT) When NCOs are unable to answer their Soldiers' most basic questions about a mission, morale begins to decline and Soldiers learn to distrust their leaders. Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventative maintenance. This mission includes DS supply, field maintenance, and the coordination of transportation and field services. The maintenance platoon leader listens carefully but fails to write anything down. Coordinate, monitor, and supervise decontamination operations. The platoon maintains a limited quantity of combat spares (PLL and shop stock) in the MCS. The distribution platoon leader quickly jots down the commander's comments but doesn't notice that the graphics hanging on the map haven't been updated to reflect the new mission. The MCO serves as the task force maintenance officer for the maneuver BN/TF and FSC using SAMS-1 and FBCB2. Coordinating the activities of the inspectors and maintenance personnel to ensure adherence to the maintenance standard. maintenance on rolling stock on "Move" weeks, or shift gears and execute maintenance on shoot or communicate category equipment as per the six-week plan. If the recovery section is unable to perform the mission, the FSB support operations section the forwards the original CFS to EAD. The platoon leader leads his Soldiers by personal example and is responsible for all the platoon does or fails to do, having complete authority over his subordinates.. Reviewing and evaluating operator/crew preventive maintenance checks and services on platoon equipment. Use of FBCB2 provides the roll-up of critical information required by the FSB to anticipate and meet the BN/TF maintenance requirements. Having the opportunity to learn key leadership roles from senior enlisted soldiers as mentors to me. This message includes the type of request, action requested, mission, and vehicle location. Coordinates critical parts status with division/FSB support operations officer. "Any questions?" He is also is responsible for maintaining the health, welfare, and morale of platoon personnel. As necessary, serves as quartering party NCOIC. Maintenance at the platoon and squad level comprises thorough preventive . The maintenance control officer is the principal assistant to the commander, both BN/TF and FSB, on all matters pertaining to the field maintenance mission. The FSC commander is responsible for executing the CSS plan in accordance with maneuver commander's guidance. Coordinates for personnel with special MOSs to support slice units equipment, e.g., combat engineers, ADA, and FA. The maintenance platoon leader was in charge of MCP operation and the perimeter defense plan. If a replacement is available (from an evacuated Soldier or inoperative equipment), it is sent forward. If time, tools, test equipment, and repair parts are available, repairs are done on site. The FSC is as mobile as the unit it supports. The department made BOLD tactics three weeks long and moved unit-specific platoon leader tasks to the lieutenants' first assigned unit. The recovery section accomplishes its mission by performing damage assessment and initial damage classification and recovering battle damaged equipment. Coordinates delivery priorities with the brigade/battalion S4. This centralized. They assemble their logistics packages (LOGPACS) and then move their vehicles forward to the company logistics release point (LRP). His responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Provides input to the plans. 7-67. Centralization of support provides an increased efficiency and effectiveness in the flow of support and supplies. 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